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Projecting From a Laptop

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	To project from a laptop it must be connected to the provided HDMI cable. This HDMI cable can be found on the back of the monitor to the right of the instructors desk (See below). Please return it to this position when finished. If your device does not have an HDMI port, then you must bring your own adapter (e.g. USB-C to HDMI)		To project from a laptop it must be connected to the provided HDMI cable. This HDMI cable can be found on the back of the monitor to the right of the instructors desk (See below). Please return it to this position when finished. If your device does not have an HDMI port, then you must bring your own adapter (e.g. USB-C to HDMI)

			Once connected to HDMI, turn on the AV system using the [[AV_Instructions:_ETB_234#Projector Control Panel\|Projector Control Panel]]. Then, select "LAPTOP PC" on the control panel for both the right and left projectors.

	Instructor's area with the location of the HDMI cable highlighted:		Instructor's area with the location of the HDMI cable highlighted:

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	The projector control panel is found on the wall to the left of the Instructor's desk. To begin, press the "Enter" button in the bottom right corner of the screen. The control panel touch screen is not very sensitive and you may need to press the button firmly.		The projector control panel is found on the wall to the left of the Instructor's desk. To begin, press the "Enter" button in the bottom right corner of the screen. The control panel touch screen is not very sensitive and you may need to press the button firmly.

	[[File:Control_panel_enter.png\|~~820x820px~~]]		[[File:Control_panel_enter.png\|602x602px]]

	Next, on the login screen, use the numpad to enter the access pin. Then, press the "SUBMIT" button at the bottom center of the screen. If you do not have the access pin send a request to btechts@mcmaster.ca		Next, on the login screen, use the numpad to enter the access pin. Then, press the "SUBMIT" button at the bottom center of the screen. If you do not have the access pin send a request to btechts@mcmaster.ca

	[[File:Control panel login screen.png\|~~821x821px~~]]		[[File:Control panel login screen.png\|600x600px]]


	On successful login, the AV system will turn on. Visually you will see a progress bar appear on screen, followed by the controls screen shown below:		On successful login, the AV system will turn on. Visually you will see a progress bar appear on screen, followed by the controls screen shown below:

	[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|~~818x818px~~]]		[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|601x601px]]

	The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:		The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:
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	When finished with the AV system, please turn it off by using the "TURN SYSTEM OFF" button in the upper right corner of the control panel. This button needs to be held down for 2 seconds. On success, you will hear a beep and the screen will show a shutdown progress bar (example below):		When finished with the AV system, please turn it off by using the "TURN SYSTEM OFF" button in the upper right corner of the control panel. This button needs to be held down for 2 seconds. On success, you will hear a beep and the screen will show a shutdown progress bar (example below):

	[[File:ETB-234 Control panel shutdown screen.png\|~~805x805px~~]]		[[File:ETB-234 Control panel shutdown screen.png\|595x595px]]

	==Projecting From the Desktop==		==Projecting From the Desktop==
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	==Projecting From a Laptop==		==Projecting From a Laptop==

			To project from a laptop it must be connected to the provided HDMI cable. This HDMI cable can be found on the back of the monitor to the right of the instructors desk. Please return it to this position when finished.

			An image of the monitor with HDMI cable around it's back. The instructors desk is the raised desk on the left:

			[[File:HDMI and audio cables demonstration.png\|333x333px]]


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	1. The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors) - the cabinet and table in the adjacent corner are not used.		1. The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors) - the cabinet and table in the adjacent corner are not used.

	[[File:Image of a classroom.png\|330x330px]]		[[File:Image of a classroom.png\|330x330px]][[File:Ensure the cable and adapter are properly plugged in.png]]



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	3. Please return the provided HDMI and audio cables neatly to the desk (do NOT let it drop to the floor).		3. Please return the provided HDMI and audio cables neatly to the desk (do NOT let it drop to the floor).

	~~[[File:HDMI and audio cables demonstration.png]]~~

	4. The remote works for both of the projectors - you need to point the remote directly at the projector of interest (you may need to walk to the center of the room).		4. The remote works for both of the projectors - you need to point the remote directly at the projector of interest (you may need to walk to the center of the room).
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	a. Ensure the cable and adapter (if applicable) is(/are) properly plugged in - remove and replug (ensure correct orientation)		a. Ensure the cable and adapter (if applicable) is(/are) properly plugged in - remove and replug (ensure correct orientation)

	~~[[File:Ensure the cable and adapter are properly plugged in.png]]~~

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	* Desktop PC 2 (The secondary screen to the left on the Instructor's desk)		* Desktop PC 2 (The secondary screen to the left on the Instructor's desk)
	* Laptop PC (Input from the provided HDMI cable, see [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Projecting From a Laptop\|Projecting From a Laptop]])		* Laptop PC (Input from the provided HDMI cable, see [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Projecting From a Laptop\|Projecting From a Laptop]])

			The Hide/Show button beneath each column is used to individually turn on or off each projector.

			When finished with the AV system, please turn it off by using the "TURN SYSTEM OFF" button in the upper right corner of the control panel. This button needs to be held down for 2 seconds. On success, you will hear a beep and the screen will show a shutdown progress bar (example below):

			[[File:ETB-234 Control panel shutdown screen.png\|805x805px]]

	==Projecting From the Desktop==		==Projecting From the Desktop==

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	The projector control panel is found on the wall to the left of the Instructor's desk. To begin, press the "Enter" button in the bottom right corner of the screen. The control panel touch screen is not very sensitive and you may need to press the button firmly.		The projector control panel is found on the wall to the left of the Instructor's desk. To begin, press the "Enter" button in the bottom right corner of the screen. The control panel touch screen is not very sensitive and you may need to press the button firmly.

	[[File:Control_panel_enter.png\|820x820px]]		[[File:Control_panel_enter.png\|820x820px]]

			Next, on the login screen, use the numpad to enter the access pin. Then, press the "SUBMIT" button at the bottom center of the screen. If you do not have the access pin send a request to btechts@mcmaster.ca

	~~After pressing "Enter"~~ the ~~following control menu~~ will appear on screen:		[[File:Control panel login screen.png\|821x821px]]


			On successful login, the AV system will turn on. Visually you will see a progress bar appear on screen, followed by the controls screen shown below:

	[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]		[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]
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	* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)		* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)
	* Desktop PC 2 (The secondary screen to the left on the Instructor's desk)		* Desktop PC 2 (The secondary screen to the left on the Instructor's desk)
	* Laptop PC (Input from the provided HDMI cable, see [~~INSERT SECTION LINK TO CONNECTING FROM LAPTOP~~])		* Laptop PC (Input from the provided HDMI cable, see [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Projecting From a Laptop\|Projecting From a Laptop]])

			==Projecting From the Desktop==

			* Begin by logging into the Instructor Desktop computer
			* Follow the instructions in [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Projector Control Panel\|Projector Control Panel]] to turn on the AV system
			* By default the main (righthand side) monitor will be projected to the screens. The Control panel can be used to switch one or both of the screens to display the content of the instructor's secondary monitor (Desktop 2 on the control panel)
			* USB drives may be connected to the Desktop computer via the docking stations which are situated on top of the AV equipment box directly behind the instructors desk. Reference [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Room overview\|room overview]] for an image highlighting their location.
			* The desktop is already connected to class room speakers

			==Projecting From a Laptop==

Btechts at 18:16, 29 January 2026

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	[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]		[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]

	The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#~~Section~~ Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:		The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:

	* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)		* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)

Btechts at 18:15, 29 January 2026

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	[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]		[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]

	The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[~~Help~~#Section Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:		The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[AV Instructions: ETB 234#Section Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:

	* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)		* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)

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	== Room overview ==		==Room overview==
	# The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors)		# The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors)
	# USB hubs are accessible on top of the AV equipment directly behind the instructors desk		# USB hubs are accessible on top of the AV equipment directly behind the instructors desk
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	[[File:Annotated USB ports resized.png\|frameless\|600x600px]]		[[File:Annotated USB ports resized.png\|frameless\|600x600px]]

	== ~~Projecting from~~ ==		==Projector Control Panel==
	~~Projector~~ control ~~close-up (while at~~ the ~~instructors~~ desk, on the ~~wall~~ to the left):		The projector control panel is found on the wall to the left of the Instructor's desk. To begin, press the "Enter" button in the bottom right corner of the screen. The control panel touch screen is not very sensitive and you may need to press the button firmly.

			[[File:Control_panel_enter.png\|820x820px]]


			After pressing "Enter" the following control menu will appear on screen:

			[[File:ETB-234 Control panel.png\|818x818px]]

			The control panel allows independently selecting which input is display to which screen. Reference [[Help#Section Room overview\|room overview]] for projector location. There are 3 possible inputs to pick for each projector:

			* Desktop PC 1 (The main monitor on the Instructor's desk)
			* Desktop PC 2 (The secondary screen to the left on the Instructor's desk)
			* Laptop PC (Input from the provided HDMI cable, see [INSERT SECTION LINK TO CONNECTING FROM LAPTOP])

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			== Room overview ==
			# The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors)
			# USB hubs are accessible on top of the AV equipment directly behind the instructors desk
			# The projector controls are mounted on the wall adjacent to the instructors desk
			# The cabinet and table in the adjacent corner are not used.
			Room layout[[File:Anotated room resized.png\|frameless\|none\|600x450px]]

			USB ports behind instructors desk:

			[[File:Annotated USB ports resized.png\|frameless\|600x600px]]

			== Projecting from ==
			Projector control close-up (while at the instructors desk, on the wall to the left):


	General guidelines:		General guidelines:

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	General guidelines:		General guidelines:

	Important - On the instructor podium, the USB 2.0 needs to be used on the black and beige adaptor while USB3 will be used on the black box adapter.[[File:Class.jpg\|left\|frameless\|416x416px\|class etb 234]][[File:FrontUsb2.0Adaptor.jpg\|frameless]]		Important - On the instructor podium, the USB 2.0 needs to be used on the black and beige adaptor while USB3 will be used on the black box adapter.[[File:Class.jpg\|left\|frameless\|416x416px\|class etb 234]][[File:FrontUsb2.0Adaptor.jpg\|frameless]]

	1. The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors) - the cabinet and table in the adjacent corner are not used		1. The instructor area is the front right of the classroom (opposite corner to the doors) - the cabinet and table in the adjacent corner are not used.

	[[File:Image of a classroom.png\|330x330px]]		[[File:Image of a classroom.png\|330x330px]]

	~~2. This room currently has limited sound capabilities - you may need to bring your own speaker~~

			2. This room currently has limited sound capabilities - you may need to bring your own speaker.

			3. Please return the provided HDMI and audio cables neatly to the desk (do NOT let it drop to the floor).
	3. Please return the provided HDMI and audio cables neatly to the desk (do NOT let it drop to the floor)

	[[File:HDMI and audio cables demonstration.png]]		[[File:HDMI and audio cables demonstration.png]]

	4. The remote works for both of the projectors - you need to point the remote directly at the projector of interest (you may need to walk to the ~~centre~~ of the room)		4. The remote works for both of the projectors - you need to point the remote directly at the projector of interest (you may need to walk to the center of the room).



	5. Please bring your own adapter if your device does not have an HDMI output port		5. Please bring your own adapter if your device does not have an HDMI output port.



	6. Left-click and right-click refer to the default right-handed mouse configuration - reverse them if applicable		6. Left-click and right-click refer to the default right-handed mouse configuration - reverse them if applicable.



	7. The wall-embedded touchscreen is not very sensitive, so you may need to firmly and/or repeatedly press for the desired outcome		7. The wall-embedded touchscreen is not very sensitive, so you may need to firmly and/or repeatedly press for the desired outcome.

	[[File:Wall-embedded touchscreen.png]]		[[File:Wall-embedded touchscreen.png]]

	~~<nowiki>===</nowiki>~~



	Using provided computer, if you do not see any image on the screen:		Using provided computer, if you do not see any image on the screen:



	1. Ensure you are logged in		1. Ensure you are logged in



	2. Ensure the projector is on		2. Ensure the projector is on



	a. Use the touchscreen to turn on the projector		a. Use the touchscreen to turn on the projector

	[[File:Touchscreen to turn on the projector.png]]		[[File:Touchscreen to turn on the projector.png]]



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	[[File:Remote.png]]		[[File:Remote.png]]



	3. Ensure that the projector is selecting the correct input		3. Ensure that the projector is selecting the correct input



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	[[File:Touchscreen to change the monitor.png]]		[[File:Touchscreen to change the monitor.png]]



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	4. Ensure the computer is outputting its image properly		4. Ensure the computer is outputting its image properly



	a. Press the Windows key and P at the same time		a. Press the Windows key and P at the same time



	b. Select Second screen only		b. Select Second screen only



	c. Repeat 3a, and 3b as necessary		c. Repeat 3a, and 3b as necessary

	~~<nowiki>===</nowiki>~~


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	c. On the same menu as 5b, left-click Set as Default Device, test by repeating 5a		c. On the same menu as 5b, left-click Set as Default Device, test by repeating 5a


	~~<nowiki>===</nowiki>~~


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	[[File:Ensure the cable and adapter are properly plugged in.png]]		[[File:Ensure the cable and adapter are properly plugged in.png]]



	7. Ensure the projector is selecting the correct input		7. Ensure the projector is selecting the correct input



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	[[File:Refer to 3a.png]]		[[File:Refer to 3a.png]]



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	~~<nowiki>===</nowiki>~~


	Using your own computer, if you do not hear any sound:		Using your own computer, if you do not hear any sound:



	7. Ensure your computer's sound is on and turned up		7. Ensure your computer's sound is on and turned up



	a. Refer to 5a, 5b (change the audio output option as necessary), and 5c		a. Refer to 5a, 5b (change the audio output option as necessary), and 5c



	8. Bring your own speakers, and ensure they are working properly		8. Bring your own speakers, and ensure they are working properly



	a. Ensure your speakers are properly powered and connected to your computer (this varies according to your speakers)		a. Ensure your speakers are properly powered and connected to your computer (this varies according to your speakers)


	b. Repeat 5a, 5b, and 5c as necessary		b. Repeat 5a, 5b, and 5c as necessary